On Monday night, Trae Young pulled off a miraculous game-winner that led the Atlanta Hawks to a thrilling 132-130 victory over the Detroit Pistons. The Hawks’ star guard silenced the crowd at Little Caesars Arena with a jaw-dropping shot over Malik Beasley just before the buzzer.
With time running out, Young made a slick move at the top of the key, stepping back and launching a high-arcing shot that narrowly evaded Beasley’s defense, despite losing his balance and falling to the court. The shot swished through the net, securing the win for Atlanta.
Atlanta had built a 12-point lead in the fourth quarter, but the Pistons mounted a comeback, with Cade Cunningham tying the game with a clutch bucket. However, Young’s heroics sealed the victory for the Hawks.
Cunningham led the Pistons with 30 points and 14 assists, but it wasn’t enough to overcome Young’s brilliance. Tobias Harris and Malik Beasley also contributed with 22 and 18 points, respectively.
Young finished the game with 34 points and nine assists, showcasing his scoring and playmaking abilities. De’Andre Hunter and Dyson Daniels chipped in with 20 and 19 points, respectively, as the Hawks snapped an eight-game losing streak.
With the win, Atlanta improved to 23-27 on the season and will face the San Antonio Spurs next. Young’s game-winner will undoubtedly be remembered as one of the highlights of the season, showcasing his clutch gene and ability to rise to the occasion when it matters most.